Benin Republic taunts Nigeria's Super Eagles in latest post ahead of World Cup qualifier

Nigeria vs Benin is already gathering momentum as both teams lock horns on the final day of the World Cup qualifiers The situation in the CAF qualification Group C remains complex as Benin, South Africa and Nigeria all have a chance to pick the...

Biographical facts on New Service Chiefs

General Olufemi Oluyede, the new Chief of Defence Staff, top left; Major-General W. Shaibu, Chief of Army Staff: Air Vice Marshal S.K. Aneke, Chief of Air Staff; and Rear Admiral I. Abbas assumes office as Chief of Naval Staff MAJOR GENERAL WAIDI...

NFF president discusses Eric Chelle, World Cup qualifiers playoffs and Super Eagles players

The President of the Nigeria Football Federation Ibrahim Musa Gusau has expressed confidence in the Super Eagles’ preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup continental playoffs against Gabon in November. Speaking on the appointment and performance...

Galatasaray urged to make big decision on Victor Osimhen after hat-trick vs Benin

Galatasaray has been advised to rest Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen ahead of this weekend’s Super Lig game The 26-year-old forward was Nigeria’s hero in the international break, scoring a hat-trick in the 4-0 victory against Benin Republic...

Nigeria Missing As IMF Lists Benin Republic, Rwanda, Others As Africa’s Fastest-Growing Economies

Nigeria, Africa’s largest economy and most populous nation, has once again been excluded from the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) latest ranking of the continent’s fastest-growing economies. This development is an indication of the country’s...

Governor Okpebholo Sacks Chairperson Of Edo Education Board

Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has terminated the appointment of Dr Maureen Ekhoragbon as Chair of the State Senior Secondary Education Board with immediate effect. The Secretary to the State Government, Ikhilor Musa, announced the...

‘Hustling Kingdom’: The Rise of Internet Fraudsters in South-South Nigeria

A young Kelvin carries multiple identities. Today, he’s Kelvin, but that might change tomorrow, depending on the identity game he’s up to. For at least 14 hours a day, he describes himself as “Richard”, a stranded American engineer needing...

Nigeria missing as Benin Republic, Uganda make list of fastest-growing economies in Africa

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has excluded Nigeria from its latest list of Africa’s fastest-growing economies, naming Benin Republic, Côte d’Ivoire, Ethiopia, Rwanda, and Uganda among the continent’s top performers. The IMF said the five...

Global Exclusive Interview: God Arrested Me as Nigeria’s King of Romance Journalism into Shepherd in the Lord’s Vineyard-KAYODE AJALA, ace editor & Head, Media & Publicity, Celestial Church of Christ, Worldwide

… divine messages were always being delivered to me that I had a calling to do God’s work, but I never took it seriously, I wish I’d hearkened to God’s call earlier than I did *‘My love for journalism saw me through my media career. I worked as if...

Bafana Bafana risk FIFA ban following latest move by South Africa's sports minister

South Africa risks FIFA sanctions following the latest move by the Minister for Sports, Arts and Culture, Gayton McKenzie Bafana Bafana have qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, even after forfeiting three points and three goals in the process...

WAFCON 2026Q: Madugu Invites Ajibade, Nnadozie, Oshoala, 18 Others For Benin Clash

Super Falcons head coach Justine Madugu has unveiled his squad for the team’s 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic, reports Completesports.com. Madugu listed 21 players for the final qualifying round fixture. The...

Benin NBA chairman seeks justice reforms, hails judiciary 

BENIN CITY – The Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Benin Branch, Mr. Idemudia Iredia Osifo, has called for renewed commitment to justice delivery, improved welfare for judicial officers, and stronger collaboration between the Bench...

Law empowers EFCC to break doors when necessary – Court

BENIN CITY – The Federal High Court in Benin City has ruled that the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) and other law enforcement agencies are legally empowered to break into buildings during lawful operations when access is denied,...

Video: South Africa's sports minister upset with Nigeria: "They must not go to the World Cup"

Nigeria heads to the play-offs, and South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, has wished doom for the Super Eagles Bafana Bafana have confirmed their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having finished top of CAF group C ahead of Nigeria and...

NBA Commits to Legal Aid, Grants for Indigent Inmates, Ex-Convicts for Reintegration

The Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) has pledged to collaborate with the Nigerian Correctional Service (NCoS) to identify inmates who have no access to counsel and provide legal representation for them. The NBA President, Mr Afam Osigwe(SAN),...

South Africa's sports minister upset with Nigeria: "They must not go to the World Cup"

Nigeria heads to the play-offs, and South Africa's sports minister, Gayton McKenzie, has wished doom for the Super Eagles Bafana Bafana have confirmed their place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, having finished top of CAF group C ahead of Nigeria and...

Nigeria Must Not Go To Fifa World Cup: SA Sports Minister Declares He Wants Them To Lose

South Africa’s Sports Minister Declares Nigeria Must Not Go To Fifa World Cup Nigeria Must Not Go To Fifa World Cup: SA Sports Minister Declares He Wants Them To Lose South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Gayton McKenzie, has intensified the rivalry...

Is education now entirely free in government-owned schools in Nigeria? Fact emerges

A recent claim on X that education is free at all levels in Nigeria has sparked widespread debate amid rising school-related expenses Parents and students have taken to social media to protest tuition hikes and hidden fees in public institutions...

Ex-International Waidi Akanni Backs Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Bid

Former Nigerian international Waidi Akanni has expressed optimism about the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, provided the team maintains consistent performances in the upcoming playoff matches. Nigeria finished...

Gist1 hour ago FG Seeks Evacuation Of Ailing Nigerian Pastor In Benin Detention The Federal Government has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating health condition of a Nigerian national, Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who has been in detention in the...

The Federal Government has expressed deep concern over the deteriorating health condition of a Nigerian national, Pastor Benjamin Egbaji, who has been in detention in the Republic of Benin for almost two years. In a statement issued on Tuesday by...